Re-entry Transition Coordinator

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

This position is responsible for the daily operations of the Rockland County Jail Re-entry Program. Provide Case Management for persons in the Rockland County Jail and post-release that is person-centered in alignment with the necessities of their return home from Correctional Facilities. Assist persons to increase stabilization, pro-social skills and supports and to connect participants to necessary community resources.

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:

General

· A Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; or 3 to 4 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

· Bilingual preferred

· A valid Driver’s License

· Must be able to travel locally and regionally for trainings

Job Specific

· CASAC preferred

· Interactive Journaling Facilitator

(may be completed after hire)

· Understanding of NIC’s Transition from Prison to Community Model

· Experience assisting formerly incarcerated persons

· Ability to communicate with Behavioral Health providers, County and Correctional Agencies specifically the Rockland County Sheriff’s Office, Probation, Rockland County Court system, Community based providers

· Must be person-centered and passionate; able to build relationships, provide positive reinforcement and empowerment

· Maintain a creative, flexible, non-judgmental approach

· Strong ability to set boundaries and clear expectations

· Demonstrate ability to work in a fast-paced environment

· Efficient with time management and strong organizational skills

· Demonstrate ability to work independently and as a member of a team

· Good written and oral communication skills

· Proficiency in Microsoft Suite

· Required to disclose associations and/or family members currently incarcerated or under any type of Community Supervision in NYS

· Satisfactory background check required

Performance & Quality Improvement

General

· Maintain confidentiality for all persons served in all situations

· Maintain accurate record-keeping, including and not limited to: correspondence, calendars, notes, and messages

Job Specific

· Keeps stringent case file documentation and group attendance records

· Complies with all reporting in a timely manner

· Maintains all data generated and shares with PQI staff as needed.

· When working with outside entities, controls amount of information provided

Duties & Responsibilities:

General

· All responsibilities for this position should be carried out with the Mission and Goals of the Agency in mind; including interactions with people who come to us for assistance, members of the public, representatives from other agencies and county offices, as well as with co-workers

· Complies with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions

· Maintains strict confidentiality and protects Agency operations by keeping information confidential and secured

· Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies

· Adheres to all Agency policies and procedures, including but not limited to corporate compliance, personnel and fiscal policies and procedures

· Establishes and maintains a strong attention to detail, ensuring work is accurate and complete, and adheres to all established deadlines

· Effectively and professionally interacts with all levels of associates

· Excellent interpersonal, active listening, observation, analytical, problem-recognition and problem-solving skills

Job Specific

· Advocate for persons we serve as appropriate

· Reduce stigma for persons served in our community

· Communicate with Behavioral Health providers, vocational, educational providers, County and Correctional Agencies specifically the Rockland County Sheriff’s Office and other community providers

· Engages and empowers participants towards pro-social supports and person-centered goals

· Provides case-managed services to individuals for successful community Re-entry of those released from Rockland County Jail to meet stabilization and criminogenic needs

· Provides case-managed services to persons in Rockland County Jail Re-entry program

· Processes referrals and manages all case file documentation

· Field visits with participants for engagement and case conferencing

· Responsible for procedures from pre-release through release and beyond

· Completes Re-entry Intake/Screening/Assessments

· Chairs Conflict-Free Case Conferencing to develop person-centered service and treatment plans

· Facilitates Interactive Journaling and maintains group attendance records and documentation

· Attends Re-entry Task Force meetings

· Responsible for duties and tasks associated with Group meetings

· Maintain communication with Rockland County Department of Mental Health

· Attends other workgroups, collaborative meetings and case conferences at supervisors request

Pay: $29.00 - $34.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $29 - $34